1989 Honda Integra vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Integra | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2466 mm |